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Detroit Tigers Announce Fan Information for 2025 American League Division Series Games at Comerica Park

• Comerica Park to host ALDS Games 3 and 4 on Tuesday and Wednesday

• Special Postseason Drone Show, presented by Meijer, hosted outside Comerica Park on Monday at 8 p.m.

• Built for October Postseason Block Parties, presented by Meijer, to be hosted outside Comerica Park before ALDS home games

• All fans entering Comerica Park will receive a Postseason Rally Towel, presented by Meijer

• Fans encouraged to wear orange all postseason and arrive at Comerica Park early for pregame festivities

The Detroit Tigers have advanced to face the Seattle Mariners in the American League Division Series, which means postseason baseball will be played at Comerica Park for the second consecutive season.

After the ALDS begins in Seattle this weekend, the series transitions to Detroit for Game 3 on Tuesday, Oct. 7 and Game 4 on Wednesday, Oct. 8 (if necessary). First pitch times for Games 3 and 4 are yet to be announced by Major League Baseball.

“There’s nothing quite like postseason baseball in Detroit, and we can’t wait to celebrate alongside our fans next week,” said Asia Gholston, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment’s Senior Vice President of Brand Marketing. “We’ve enjoyed an incredible home-field advantage all season long, and our great fans know it’s most important to show up and be loud in October. We encourage all fans to wear orange at all postseason games and to arrive early to enjoy all the pregame festivities.”

Comerica Park gates will open two hours before first pitch for ALDS games, and all ticketed fans will receive a Postseason Rally Towel giveaway, presented by Meijer.

Roberto Clemente Learning Academy Visit

On Friday, Oct. 3, the Tigers will capture the excitement of youth in Detroit leading into the ALDS by visiting Roberto Clemente Learning Academy.

Third-to-fifth-grade students with perfect attendance this year will gather at the beginning and end of the event to be energized by a DJ, receive temporary tattoos from an airbrush tattoo artist and receive giveaway items from the Tigers.

The students will be split into two groups to engage in different activities, including drawing/art and baseball/softball. In the drawing/art activity, students will complete Tigers-themed artwork, which will be posted between the clubhouse and dugout at Comerica Park for players to see throughout the postseason. In the baseball/softball activity, students will engage in drills and compete in a wiffle ball game.

In addition to the perfect-attendance students, all 500-plus Roberto Clemente Learning Academy students will receive a Tigers-branded backpack filled with Tigers postseason items.

Huddle Collaboration

In partnership with Huddle Soft Serve and Rocket, the first 200 fans to visit Huddle Soft Serve downtown Detroit on Sunday, Oct. 5 receive a limited Built for October Cone menu item, featuring blue raspberry custard topped with orange sprinkles (with either a cone or a Built for October-branded cup. Fans will be greeted by Rally Cats and PAWS while waiting in line and receive rally towels and cheer cards.

Drone Show

On Monday, Oct. 6 at 8 p.m., the Tigers will host a special Postseason Drone Show, presented by Meijer, outside Comerica Park. Fans are invited to gather on Columbia Street near the Fox Theatre for the best viewing experience. The Drone Show is free to attend, and no ticket is required.

Built for October Postseason Block Parties

Fans with or without game tickets are invited to attend free Built for October Postseason Block Parties, presented by Meijer, before both potential ALDS home games. The Block Parties will be outside Comerica Park on Witherell Street and will begin three hours before the scheduled first pitch time.

• Two Little Caesars food trucks with different offerings will be on-site, alongside a Leinenkugel tent and Molson Coors draft beer trailer for fans at least 21 years old.

• Fans with game tickets can bring food and beverage purchased at the Block Parties into Comerica Park.

• Merchandise will be on sale at the Block Parties, including Tigers postseason apparel and items from the club’s new collaboration with Detroit vs. Everybody.

• Local DJs will perform outside the Comerica Entry.

• Other amenities include Tigers-themed inflatables, custom trading card photo booth experience, 360-degree camera and several additional photo opportunities.

Special Postseason Food and Beverage Offerings at Comerica Park

• Lobster Grilled Cheese (Blue Moon Market outside Section 151)

o Atlantic lobster with Old Bay mornay sauce and sharp cheddar on garlic sourdough

• Grilled Surf & Turf Skewers (Section 101)

o Blackened shrimp, beef tenderloin, balsamic glaze, served with garlic naan bread

• Pierogi Nachos (Section 122)

o Potato and cheddar pierogi, Hatch green chile queso, Polish kielbasa and caramelized onion, served with sauerkraut and sour cream

• Chicken & Red Velvet Waffles (Michigan Craft outside Section 105)

o Hand-dredged chicken tenders and a red velvet waffle, topped with a cream cheese frosting drizzle

• Hot Dog Burnt End Pretzel (Section 145)

o Hot dog burnt end, served with Michigan cherry BBQ glaze and pickled jalapenos on a pretzel hot dog bun

• Orange & Blue Slider (Green Dot Stables outside Section 143)

o Seared tenderloin, blue cheese aioli, pepper bacon jam, served on an orange bun

• The Tiger Tail (Comerica Big Cat Court & Section 336)

o Hand-breaded footlong coney corndog

• Olde English D Jumbo Pretzel, Beef Tenderloin Sliders and Shrimp Skewers (Tiger Den)

• Tipsy Pumpkin (Section 132 Bulleit Cart)

o Bourbon, spiced pumpkin syrup with maple & vanilla, served in a pumpkin

• Frozen Fastball (Section 151 Pavilion Bar & Section 212)

o Whiskey, spiced apple cider, lemon juice, with a cinnamon sugar rim & cinnamon stick stirrer, served in baseball-shaped cup

For additional information on ALDS games at Comerica Park, fans are encouraged to visit

Tigers.com/Postseason and follow @Tigers social media channels.

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Detroit Red Wings Announce What Fans Can Expect Throughout Centennial Celebration at Little Caesars Arena and Beyond

• New experiences throughout Little Caesars Arena for 2025-26 season

• New food, beverage and retail items to celebrate 100 years of Hockeytown

From delectable food and beverage options to exciting promotion items, fans have a wide array of new options to commemorate the Detroit Red Wings centennial year.

Centennial Jerseys, Retail & Merchandise

Fans can purchase their very own Red Wings Centennial jersey, along with other centennial gear and items at the Little Caesars Arena Team Store starting on Wednesday, Oct. 1. Store hours are below.

10/1 – 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

10/4 – 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.

10/5 – 12 – 5 p.m.

10/7 – 11a.m. – 6 p.m.

10/8 – 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

10/9 – 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., 5 – 9:30 p.m.

For fans who can’t make it into the Team Store, you can now purchase all your Red Wings gear 24/7 online at ShopHockeytown.com. Fans can follow @ShopHockeytown on Instagram to stay up to date on new merchandise, store hours and more.

Fans can shop the brand new Hockeytown Originals line exclusively at the Team Store and at ShopHockeytown.com, along with new Red Wings Authentic items and specialty items for each Centennial Era; including some Detroit Cougars and Falcons gear on October 9. Winged Wheel Nation members receive a discount on all retail items in store and online.

Centennial Culinary & Cocktail Creations

From draft beer cups shaped like hockey skates featuring the Centennial logo at certain concession stands, to souvenir Zambonis filled with chicken tenders and French fries at The Coop, fans will have no shortage of fun while enjoying their favorite drinks and snacks this Red Wings season.

Elevated drink concepts that honor the team’s history will also be a highlight this season. Each cocktail reflects a different era of Red Wings greatness.

• October 9, 2025 – Origins Era: The Roaring Red; Light and dark rum, blood orange juice, passionfruit juice, fresh lime and grenadine. Served in a hockey puck cup with Red Wings original D sticker.

• November 7, 2025 – Dynasty Era: Dynasty on Ice; Tito’s, strawberry, dragon fruit, lemonade and red cotton candy. Garnished with a hockey player cutout and blinking ice cube.

• January 12, 2026 – Fedorov’s Number Retirement: The Fedorov Freeze; Tito’s, cherry, fresh lime and ginger beer. Served in a hockey stick cup with a red ice cube.

• January 31, 2026 – Dominance Era: The Octopus Bowl; Tito’s, Malibu, electric blue, lemonade, Nerds and sour octopus gummies. Served with a blue ice cube and floating octopus garnish.

• March 28, 2026 – “We Are Hockeytown”: The Stanley Sip; Tito’s, peach schnapps and fresh lemon. Served in a Stanley Cup shooter with triple berry syrup.

New Culinary Creations

• 1701 Deli: 2465 Pastrami and MotorCity Ham & Cheese

• Slows BBQ: Pulled Pork, BBQ Beef or Apple BBQ Chicken Meals

• Bao Buns: Lobster, Bulgogi Beef or Vegan Spicy Shitake

• 313 Grills: Triple Double Burger

• Beirut Bakery: Chicken Shawarma, Beef Shawarma or Falafel Sandwich

• Bell’s Taphouse: Ramen Bowl, Haloumi Mushroom Hash Sandwich and Two Hearted Old Fashioned

• Mike’s Pizza Bar: Gnocchi, La Scala Chopped Salad and New York Style Mushroom & Goat Cheeze Pizza

• The Mixing Board: Lobster Roll, Short Rib Ravioli and Pineapple Jalapeno Margarita

• Stand 18 Scoop: Toasted Gurnsey Ice Cream Brioche Sandwich

• Suites: Smoked Short Rib Cart, Assortment of Mini Local Handmade Desserts, House made ice cream sandwiches and a cookie jar

Fans can find details on all new food and drink items, here.

New Spaces

Little Caesars Arena has a new premium experience for fans to enjoy. The Labatt Blue Club is an affordable way to have a premium club experience at a Red Wings game. Located in the upper concourse, this club provides a great view of the game and includes all-inclusive food, beer and wine.

New Programs

Red Wings App: New this season, in the Detroit Red Wings app, fans can utilize the augmented reality Jersey Try-on. This feature allows fans the ability to see themselves in the new Centennial jersey. The Red Wings app is available for iPhones and Androids, is free to download and is home to all the latest Red Wings information.

The Red Wings mobile app allows the best fans in hockey to follow the club year-round with behind-the-scenes team content, breaking news, real-time stats and exclusive benefits for app users. App users will also enjoy a seamless in-arena experience with mobile ticketing, arena guides and other helpful tools.

Pet Pack: For $30, furry Red Wings fans can ask their owners to purchase them the Red Wings Pet Pack. The pack includes an adjustable collar, a collapsible bowl, a two-sided bandana and a waste bag holder. Fans can also enter their furry friends into a raffle to be chosen at the Red Wings Pet of the Month.

Kids Club: The Detroit Red Wings Kids Club, presented by Henry Ford Health, includes goodies and benefits for the team’s youngest fans. For $30, fans receive an insulated jersey lunchbox, a youth crewneck sweatshirt, a hat with interchangeable patches, a lanyard and a gameday passport. Members will receive a birthday card mailed to them in their birthday month, monthly autographed giveaways and have the option to spin the prize wheel at each game to win additional patches for their hat, pins, show charms and more.

The Detroit Red Wings Kids Club kiosk is located at PORTAL 15 on gamedays, through the first intermission. Families can purchase memberships at this concourse kiosk or online at DetroitRedWings.com/KidsClub. At the kiosk, members can check in during each game to receive a stamp in their passport booklet, spin the prize wheel and take a photo in the Kids Club locker stall.

Tickets

Single Game Tickets: Fans can purchase tickets to individual games at DetroitRedWings.com/Tickets.

Winged Wheel Nation: Winged Wheel Nation is the Season Ticket Membership Program of the Detroit Red Wings. Designed with your unique needs and interests in mind, Winged Wheel Nation membership offers unprecedented inside access, unforgettable experiences and exclusive benefits for the team’s most loyal fans on a year-round basis. Fans can learn more and join the Winged Wheel Nation at DetroitRedWings.com/WWN.

10-Game Plans: Fans can choose from two available 10-game plans, presented by Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, including the New Year’s Eve game plan and the Thanksgiving Eve game plan. Information can be found at DetroitRedWings.com/10GamePlans.

Group Tickets: Fans interested in group ticket packages can contact the Red Wings group sales team at 313-471-7575 or visit the Group Tickets page on DetroitRedWings.com.

Special Ticket Packages: Fans can purchase special ticket packages here and the full 2025-26 season promotional calendar, including theme nights, special ticket packages, fan giveaway items and group ticket specials can be found here.

Detroit Tigers Announce Season Ticket Plans for MotorCity Casino Hotel Tiger Club at Comerica Park, Offering Premium Access at a New Lower Price Point

Little Caesars Expands Its Footprint with Michigan State University Partnership

Multi-Unit Franchisee and Spartan Alumnus Operating Restaurants Across Three Campus Sport Facilities

Little Caesars, the third-largest pizza chain in the world, has announced its new partnership with Michigan State University this fall. The brand officially debuted at Spartan Stadium for the Spartans’ season-opening football game on Friday, August 29, and will operate restaurants across all three of the university’s major sports venues, including Munn Ice Arena and Breslin Center. Seasoned Little Caesars franchisee, Derek Turowski will operate all of the restaurants across the venues.

Turowski has been involved in the franchise industry from a young age, when his father operated restaurants. A graduate of Michigan State University’s School of Hospitality Business, Turowski began his career working alongside his father and eventually became a General Manager at several of his father’s restaurants. Through dedication and hard work, since becoming a Little Caesars franchisee, Turowski has expanded to more than 16 restaurants across Michigan. He continues to grow in the state, with a new location under development in Holt, Michigan. This expansion highlights both Turowski’s commitment as a franchisee and the strength of the Little Caesars brand in Michigan’s competitive restaurant landscape.

“As an alumnus of MSU, I am proud to expand Little Caesars into the campus and bring quality pizza to all green-and-white fans,” said Turowski. “The brand has given me an incredible opportunity to grow as an entrepreneur and continue to build my portfolio in Michigan. Operating these new restaurants is another step in that journey, and I look forward to serving even more communities across the state.”

“Partnering with Michigan State University is a natural fit for Little Caesars,” said Bryan Ketelhut, Vice President of Franchising and Business Development. “As a Michigan-based brand, we’re excited to connect with the Spartan community and bring our pizza to fans across all three MSU stadiums. This partnership reflects our commitment to growing in key markets while delivering the quality, value, and convenience fans know and love.”

Little Caesars is actively seeking qualified multi-unit franchise operators to help propel development efforts in target markets nationwide, including in and around non-traditional venues like universities, water parks, airports, and stadiums. Multi-unit franchising opportunities are available in regions across the U.S., including the Northeast, Pacific Northwest, Kansas City, New Orleans, and North and South Carolina. The established brand offers franchisees a convenience-driven business model and an efficient concept.

With more than 65 years of family-owned history, Little Caesars emphasizes quality, value, and convenience. Franchisees benefit from an integrated supply chain, innovative menu offerings, and flexible restaurant formats, including the new Elev8 design and modular POD units, allowing the brand to adapt to a variety of real estate options. Little Caesars also maintains a strong community focus through its Love Kitchen® program, which has served more than 4 million meals nationwide, and partnerships with local schools, sports teams, and nonprofits. Little Caesars also offers incentive programs for veterans and first responders. Interested candidates can learn more information at franchise.littlecaesars.com.

Red Wings, Fanduel Sports Network and Audacy Announce 2025-26 Preseason Broadcast Schedule

Detroit Tigers Set for 20th Annual ¡Fiesta Tigres! Celebration, Presented by Miller Lite, on Sept. 19 & 20 as Part of Final 2025 Regular-Season Homestand Against Cleveland Guardians and Atlanta Braves

• ¡Fiesta Tigres! celebration will feature pregame ceremonies and in-game tributes, special food and beverage offerings, live music and artist performances and more on Sept. 19 and 20

• “Friday Night Party in the Park,” presented by Casamigos, on Sept. 19 features Hispanic-themed pregame food and beverage specials, live entertainment and postgame fireworks

• Giveaways on Saturdays includes a Vamos Tigres Rope Hat, presented by Miller Lite, for fans at least 21 years old, on Sept. 20

• Homestand also features Bark in the Park on Sept. 16, Irish Heritage Night on Sept. 17, Hispanic Heritage Night on Sept. 19 and Fan Appreciation Day on Sept. 21

The Detroit Tigers will begin the final six-game homestand of the 2025 regular season against the Cleveland Guardians from Sept. 16-18 before honoring the contributions of Latino players and coaches to the game of baseball with the 20th annual ¡Fiesta Tigres! celebration, presented by Miller Lite (Sept. 19 & 20), during the series against the Atlanta Braves from Sept. 19-21.

To celebrate the invaluable contributions of our Latin American community to the Tigers' rich history and tradition, Comerica Park will be decorated with banners saluting current Latino Tigers players and flags representing the home countries of all MLB players of Latin American descent.

Fans are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy music on the concourse that celebrates Latin American culture. Taqueria El Rey’s Mexican fare will be sold in the Comerica Big Cat Court, and fans are encouraged to visit the “313 Taco” locations in Section 129. ¡Fiesta Tigres! food and beverage specials will also be available throughout the weekend in the Tiger Den.

The Tigers will distribute more than 2,000 complimentary game tickets to local organizations as part of

the ¡Fiesta Tigres! celebration, and 2,500 cheer cards will be distributed to fans at each ¡Fiesta Tigres! game with Spanish phrases “Vamos Tigres” (“Let’s Go Tigers”), “Construidos Diferente” (“Built Different”)

and “¡Ponchado!” (“K”).

The Tigers will also honor former pitcher Aníbal Sánchez throughout the ¡Fiesta Tigres! celebration. Sánchez, a native of Maracay, Venezuela, spent six seasons in Detroit from 2012-2017, helping the Tigers advance to the World Series in 2012, as he pitched in three straight postseasons.

Single-game tickets for the ¡Fiesta Tigres! celebration and the final homestand of the 2025 regular season are available at Tigers.com/Tickets.

Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 6:40 p.m. vs. Cleveland Guardians

313 Value Game, presented by Pepsi, Bark in the Park, presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions with support from Global K9, NaturVet and MI Humane

Every Tuesday home game is a “313 Value Game,” presented by Pepsi, with $19 lower-level tickets available, as well as $3 bottled water and fountain drinks, $1 chips and $3 hot dogs.

Sept. 16 is also the final Bark in the Park game of the 2025 season, presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions with support from Global K9, NaturVet and MI Humane, and fans who purchased the sold-out special ticket package receive a Bark in the Park experience and a donation to Michigan Humane.

Comerica Park gates open at 5 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 6:40 p.m. vs. Cleveland Guardians

Irish Heritage Night

Sept. 17 is Irish Heritage Night at Comerica Park as the Tigers celebrate the incredible cultural heritage, music and people of Ireland. Fans who purchased the sold-out special ticket package receive a limited-edition Irish-themed Tigers jersey.

Irish specialty corned beef sliders will also be available for purchase throughout the game outside Section 143.

Gates open at 5 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 18 at 1:10 p.m. vs. Cleveland Guardians

Don’t miss the series finale as the Tigers host the division-rival Guardians for the final time at Comerica Park this season.

Gates open at 11:30 a.m.

Friday, Sept. 19 at 6:40 p.m. vs. Atlanta Braves

Friday Night Party in the Park: ¡Fiesta Tigres!, presented by Casamigos, and Hispanic Heritage Night

Sept. 19 is the beginning of the 20th annual ¡Fiesta Tigres! celebration, presented by Miller Lite, which means “Friday Night Party in the Park,” presented by Casamigos, is ¡Fiesta Tigres! themed, featuring Hispanic pregame food and beverage specials on the Comerica Landing, live music and entertainment and postgame fireworks (weather permitting). The specialty cocktail for ¡Fiesta Tigres! is a Mexican Mimosa, served with Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Champagne, Orange Juice and Grenadine.

As part of being the 2025 ¡Fiesta Tigres! honoree, Aníbal Sánchez will conduct a pregame Q&A with fans in the Comerica Big Cat Court.

The Comerica Landing will feature Latin décor, Latin player cutouts and banners, special photo opportunities and pregame music from a Latin DJ. The game presentation will showcase the ¡Fiesta Tigres! theme with scoreboard graphics, lineup announcements in Spanish and special on-field programming.

The Tigers’ nominee for the 2025 Roberto Clemente Award, which is presented annually to an MLB player who best embodies baseball through extraordinary character, community involvement and philanthropy on and off the field, will be announced during a pregame ceremony.

As part of the ¡Fiesta Tigres! celebration, Sept. 19 is also Hispanic Heritage Night, and fans who purchased the sold-out special ticket package receive a limited-edition “Los Tigres” jersey.

Sept. 19 is the final City Connect Friday of the 2025 season, featuring the Tigers’ “Motor City” uniforms. Fans can purchase City Connect merchandise at The D Shop, presented by Meijer, and online. On Fridays, all City Connect merchandise is 30% off at The D Shop. On non-game days, free 30-minute parking for The D Shop is available in the Tiger Garage, at 128 Fisher Service Drive, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Gates open at 5 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 20 at 1:10 p.m. vs. Atlanta Braves

Vamos Tigres Rope Hat Giveaway, presented by Miller Lite, and ¡Fiesta Tigres! Finale

The final Saturday giveaway for early arriving fans at Comerica Park is a Vamos Tigres Rope Hat, presented by Miller Lite (must be at least 21 years old). To make it even more special, a small group of lucky fans will receive hats autographed by Tigers players of Hispanic heritage.

Sept. 20 is also the last day of ¡Fiesta Tigres!, which will begin with an on-field ceremony, including Hispanic dancers, flags representing the Latin American countries and recognition of all current Latin Tigers players and coaching staff.

Aníbal Sánchez will sign autographs for fans in the concourse outside Section 119 before the game, and the former pitcher will be recognized as the ¡Fiesta Tigres! honoree during the pregame ceremony.

Local Latin singer Caleb Gutierrez will throw out the ceremonial first pitch.

Local Hispanic artist Freddy Diaz, who is the final featured artist in the 2025 Tigers Design Series, will create a live mural design depicting ¡Fiesta Tigres! on the Comerica Park concourse outside Section 134 throughout the game. Digitized copies of the mural design will be printed and given to 200 lucky fans at random. Diaz is also collaborating with the Tigers to offer $59 limited-edition ¡Fiesta Tigres! T-shirts in The D Shop, presented by Meijer.

Fans can also bid on a hand-decorated Javy Baez jersey designed by Diaz, with auction proceeds supporting the Detroit Tigers Foundation.

Gates open at 11:30 a.m.

Sunday, Sept. 21 at 1:40 p.m. vs. Atlanta Braves

Fan Appreciation Day, presented by Visit Central Florida, and Chevy Sunday Kids Day

The Tigers will celebrate the best fans in baseball during the final home game of the 2025 regular season with Fan Appreciation Day, presented by Visit Central Florida, on Sept. 21.

To honor Tigers fans for their enthusiasm and support all season, all merchandise at retail locations throughout Comerica Park will be 25% off, and the first 75 Kids Club members that check in at the Kids Club Kiosk will receive a special prize.

Two Tigers players will sign autographs for fans outside Section 119 before the game, and select fans will win an opportunity to be invited onto the field after the game to receive each player and coach’s game-worn jersey off their back.

Sept. 21 is the final Chevy Sunday Kids Day of the 2025 regular season, where fans aged 14 and under can enjoy face painting on the concourse, free rides on the Hi-Chew Ferris Wheel and Carousel and a chance to run the bases after the game (weather permitting).

The Meijer Sunday Family Value Deal is available, starting at $79, including four upper-level tickets, four hot dogs, four bags of chips and four fountain drinks. The lower-level ticket package starts at $99. Fans can also upgrade either package with four slices of pizza and four fountain drinks for just $10 more.

Gates open at 12 p.m.

Group Ticket Options

Fans interested in purchasing 10 or more tickets during the upcoming homestand can visit Tigers.com/Groups or email Groups@Tigers.com.

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Detroit Red Wings Unveil Centennial Season Uniform

• Centennial uniform pays homage to 100 years of Hockeytown history

• Uniform to be worn at select home games throughout the 2025-26 season

• Fans can purchase Centennial jerseys at ShopHockeytown.com or at Little Caesars Arena

The Detroit Red Wings today unveiled their official Centennial uniform, commemorating 100 years of Hockeytown. Established in 1926 as one of the National Hockey League’s (NHL) Original Six franchises, the team was originally known as the Detroit Cougars, and later the Detroit Falcons, before adopting the Red Wings name in 1932. The franchise's legacy is deeply intertwined with the city it calls home, proudly celebrated by generations of devoted fans.

Designed by the Red Wings and produced by Fanatics, the Centennial uniform honors the iconic Winged Wheel sweater while capturing the pride, tradition and enduring spirit that have defined the franchise for nearly a century.

“Red Wings fans have long embraced the Winged Wheel, and we wanted our Centennial uniform to commemorate its legacy,” said Ryan Gustafson, President and CEO, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment. “This design honors the traditions that make Red Wings hockey truly distinctive, while incorporating meaningful details to celebrate this remarkable milestone in a way that stays authentic to Detroit. It recognizes the outstanding players, the defining moments and above all, the devoted fans who have shaped us into who we are today. We believe this uniform will serve as a powerful reminder of our history, while inspiring anticipation for the memorable moments yet to come.”

Design Details

Each element of the Centennial uniform was carefully crafted, with meaningful design elements reflecting the team’s century-long story. A commemorative Centennial patch will be worn on all regular season home and away jerseys.

• DETROIT COUGARS TRIBUTE: The original 1926–27 Detroit Cougars jersey prominently featured an Olde English “D.” This classic logo has been thoughtfully redrawn and reintroduced as a secondary mark for Red Wings Centennial, appearing on the front leg of the solid-red pants, the jock tag at the bottom front of the jersey and the hem loop on the back. The jersey’s number font is inspired by the Cougars’ “Barber Pole” uniforms, worn in 1927-28.

• DETROIT FALCONS TRIBUTE: The striping along the hem, sleeves and socks draws from Detroit Falcons uniforms from 1930-1932. Both the font and striping use a vintage off-white tone to reflect the heritage aesthetic.

• LEATHER-LIKE FEATURES: Patches on the jersey are designed to match the leather-brown hue of the Centennial uniform gloves, a nod to the traditional leather used in gloves and goalie pads. Featured patches include:

o A diamond-shaped faux leather captain patch, honoring those worn in the 1950s

o A faux leather jock tag inscribed with “Established 1926 DETROIT MI”

o A faux leather hem loop on the back of the jersey

• STITCHING: The first chain-stitched Winged Wheel, introduced in 1932 and used through 1948, is acknowledged in the Centennial jersey’s craftsmanship.

• LACE-UP COLLAR: Returning as a fan-favorite homage to early hockey sweaters, the lace-up collar is featured on the Centennial design.

• ADDITIONAL ACCENTS: The Red Wings Centennial logo patch is on the left shoulder, and a reimagined “Hockeytown” mark is inside the collar. The inside hem of the jersey displays Detroit’s 11 Stanley Cup-winning years, flanked by silhouettes of the original trophy on the left and the modern Stanley Cup on the right. The Priority sponsor patch will be seamlessly integrated into the design and be placed on the right shoulder of the jersey.

• HELMET: For the first time in franchise history, the Red Wings will wear a matte red helmet featuring a vintage Meijer logo (1957–1966) decal.

When Uniform Will Be Worn
The Centennial jersey will be worn for more than a dozen home games during the 2025-26 season, with the Centennial uniform debuting on the ice during the team’s home opener on Oct. 9, when the Red Wings host another Original Six franchise, the Montreal Canadiens.

Purchase Details
Fans can pre-order their Centennial jersey beginning Sept. 15 exclusively at ShopHockeytown.com, the brand-new Red Wings online store offering an enhanced shopping experience. Jerseys will be available with current player and alumni names, and blank versions for personalization, while supplies last. Beginning in early October, jerseys may also be purchased in-person at the Red Wings Team Store at Little Caesars Arena. All online orders include complimentary shipping within the United States. For more information on the Red Wings Centennial, visit DetroitRedWings.com/100.

Tigers and City of Lakeland Break Ground on Player Development Academy

The Detroit Tigers and the City of Lakeland broke ground on a new Player Development Academy at the TigerTown complex, marking another milestone of significant investment in the organization’s present and future – which for nearly a century has been rooted in Central Florida.

Spanning approximately 60,000 square feet, this state-of-the-art facility will feature thoughtfully designed spaces for players and staff, including dining areas, meeting rooms, classrooms, recreational areas, and dormitory accommodations. Every detail was meticulously planned, drawing on both the team’s preferences and extensive research into top-tier facilities across college and professional sports.

“This development represents a transformative step forward for our organization, impacting thousands of players in years ahead,” said Scott Harris, Tigers President of Baseball Operations. “The Player Development Academy is designed to create an incredible environment that helps our youngest players transition into professional baseball, maximize their on-field skills, and ultimately put them in a position to help us win ballgames in Detroit. This investment reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence and has come together thanks to the hard work of local partners in Lakeland and members of our front office staff."

Construction will begin this fall and follows player-facing upgrades to TigerTown leading into 2025 Spring Training, which included a covered turf half-field, climate-controlled batting cages, and expanded bullpen mounds. The Player Development Academy is slated for completion in early 2027, when it will begin serving as a premier hub for nurturing future generations of Tigers, reinforcing the organization’s championship legacy.

This project follows another major development in Lakeland that was completed in 2017, bringing fan experience enhancements, new clubhouses for major and minor league players, world-class injury rehabilitation facilities, and front office space.

“This project is about more than just bricks and mortar - it’s about creating a best-in-class player experience,” said Bob Donahay, Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts for the City of Lakeland. “The new Player Development Academy will help foster an environment where players can grow, recover, and thrive, both on and off the field.”

TigerTown operates year-round, supporting off-season programs, Spring Training for hundreds of players and staff, regular season games for the Single-A Lakeland Flying Tigers and Florida Complex League Tigers, and rehabilitation for injured players from all levels of the organization.

Next season marks the 92nd that the Tigers have called Lakeland their home away from home, the longest continuous relationship between a Major League team and a host city. Today’s groundbreaking reflects an extension of this deep, shared commitment towards solidifying Lakeland’s legacy as a premier Spring Training location across all of baseball.

Recent Investment Across Detroit Tigers Organization

Over the last several years, there has been significant investment across the Tigers organization with the goal of elevating the fan and player experience. Investment since January 2023 has totaled over $160 million into these projects, including:

• Ongoing: Construction of the new Player Development Academy in Lakeland

• Ongoing: Planning and building of the new player academy in the Dominican Republic

• 2025: Development of the Priority Club at Comerica Park

• 2025: Baseball operations facility upgrades in Lakeland, including covered half-field and bullpens, and new indoor batting cages

• 2022-25: Renovation of the home and visiting clubhouses at Comerica Park, completed in stages across a nearly three-year span

• 2024: Purchase and renovation of a new team plane, first used by the Tigers when leaving spring training that year

• 2024: Upgrade of the Comerica Park scoreboard to better quality and larger size, ranking as the 2nd-largest in MLB

• 2024: Installation of state-of-the art LED field lighting at Comerica Park

• 2023-24: New stadium sound system at Comerica Park, completed in stages over a two-year span

• 2023: Outfield dimension changes at Comerica Park

Detroit Tigers Foundation Hosts Seventh Annual Back-to-School Backpack Bazaar, Presented by Meijer and The Children’s Center

With support from Meijer, the Detroit Tigers Foundation again partnered with The Children’s Center to host the seventh annual Back-to-School Backpack Bazaar on Aug. 12, which donated 2,000 backpacks and school supplies to local youth in need.

Before the Aug. 12 event, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment colleagues joined representatives from Meijer and The Children’s Center on June 20, June 27 and July 18 to stuff backpacks to be donated to clients, families and communities served by The Children’s Center before the 2025-26 school year.

Backpacks filled with age-appropriate school supplies and a custom, co-branded Tigers x Meijer backpack tag were donated to 750 elementary-school students, 750 middle-school students and 500 high-school students. Students who received backpacks will also be invited to a Tigers game later this season.

The Children’s Center, which was founded in Detroit in 1929, provides behavioral health services, child welfare services and community engagement and advocacy. The organization’s mission is to help children and families shape their own futures.

Desiree Jennings, President and CEO of The Children’s Center, said one in four families are ill-prepared from a funding perspective for their children to go back to school, so the collaboration between the Detroit Tigers Foundation, Meijer and The Children’s Center provides much-needed assistance for thousands of families in the community before each school year.

“The Backpack Bazaar helps parents not have to think financially about getting their kids ready to back to school,” Jennings said about the annual event which began in 2018 with 500 backpack donations. “This event really helps equip them to be ready for school. One less thing for moms and dads and caregivers to worry about. The Tigers Foundation and Meijer taking that load off and helping kids to be ready is a great thing.”

While this is the seventh year of the Backpack Bazaar, it’s the second year that Meijer has been part of this exciting event, donating all the materials being placed in the backpacks as well as the backpacks, themselves.

Coty LaVere, Manager of Community Partnerships and Giving for Meijer, said Meijer appreciates its longstanding partnership with the Tigers, which allows both organizations to make an even bigger impact in the metro Detroit community.

“We’re super excited to be here with The Children’s Center and the Detroit Tigers, distributing backpacks to kids in need across the community,” LaVere said. “As a family company, it’s important for Meijer to support community and be part of events like this. It’s important to partner with organizations like The Children’s Center and the Detroit Tigers, and that’s why we continue to be great partners and have longevity in partnership with the Tigers, because of great events like this one here today.”

Carly Chulock, girlfriend of Tigers pitcher Sawyer Gipson-Long, volunteered at the event on Aug. 12 and said she enjoys helping the Detroit Tigers Foundation provide assistance to those in need.

“The joy of volunteering supersedes anything you can do in life,” Chulock said. “Every time I go, I get to see the joy in people’s faces, I get to provide resources for people who really need them and I see how important and valuable that is. Some people just don’t have access to simple things like backpacks and goods for school."

“We want these kids to be successful and feel confident and walk in with their new backpack and be comfortable among their peers and have a good school year. Seeing these kids receive these backpacks, be happy and see the joy from their family members in incomparable, so it’s a great mission and a great effort.”

To learn more about The Children’s Center, visit TheChildrensCenter.com.

To learn more about Meijer’s philanthropic efforts, visit MeijerCommunity.com.